Ladislas de Rohozinski (1886 - Sept. 4, 1938) was a French composer, music critic, and conductor born in Saint Petersburg, of Polish descent. 

Rohozinski trained in Paris, under the tutelage of Eugène Gigout and Vincent d'Indy. He volunteered for the French in World War 1, and ended up winning the award of Legion of Honor. In 1919 became a music critic for various newspapers and magazine, and from 1926-28 he conducted the orchestra at  Théâtre des Champs-Élysées. During his time, his compositions were liked, and well received. Not a great deal is known about him beyond these basic facts, sadly.

Suite Brêve is a trio for flute, harp, and viola in six short movements. All throughout this work you can hear influences of his teacher Vincent d'Indy, and Claude Debussy. Highly impressionistic, this composition covers a wide emotional ground, from growling intensity to delicate, tender moments. Each part has its time to shine, but the work truly is an ensemble piece, with parts flowing in and out of each other, and each line moving smoothly to the next instrument. This work is exquisite and a fantastic addition to the repertoire for flute, viola, and harp trios!

Here's a recording of this fantastic work for you to enjoy!

Anick Lesard